A mini dental implant replaces a missing tooth with a titanium root in the jawbone. At GO Dental in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, planning uses digital imaging and conscious IV sedation with anesthesiologist monitoring.
Dr. Domingo Abreu, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and implantologist, provides implant care. The clinic is Healthgrades-accredited and has a 4.9/5 rating from 170+ Google reviews.
Planning and screening
Before treatment, the clinic reviews dental history and examines oral health and bone quality. Age, smoking, diabetes, and high blood pressure are also considered.
Planning may include a dental diagnosis, impressions, X-rays, a CT scan when indicated, and blood tests. Imaging options include the Promax Scara 2 Planmeca panoramic system, digital radiographs, and a CEREC Omnicam intraoral scanner.
Implant treatment options
The titanium implant acts as an artificial tooth root and supports fixed teeth. Unlike removable dentures, this option does not require grinding neighboring natural teeth.
GO Dental also lists All-on-4, All-on-6, and zygomatic implant systems. These are additional implant approaches, selected according to a patient’s needs and assessment.
Very elderly patients and children or teens whose facial growth is incomplete are listed as contraindicated groups. Individual suitability depends on clinical evaluation.
Sedation and recovery
Conscious intravenous sedation is available, with an anesthesiologist monitoring the patient throughout the procedure. The clinic describes post-operative effects as minimal, but recovery can vary.
Patients considering a mini dental implant can leave a request on Bookimed to discuss their case and treatment options.